Media: Future Students Page

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Are you studying media from September or interested in finding out a little bit more about the subject? This page is regularly updated with tasks, videos and links to help enhance your Media experience at Oakes

Media Next Steps Page

An Oakes Media student editing a short film she created.

What actually counts as Media?

Things to do to ensure you are prepared for studying this Media at Oakes :

 

*Create a media diary (in a notebook or on your phone) which lists all the films, radio programmes and games you experience. What do you like best? Why?

*Watch 3-4 different movies from these genres (e.g. horror, comedy, documentary, thriller, social-realism).

*Identify what camera angles are used in one film. Explain the sound effects in another. List the props and costumes used in the third.

*Find a podcast, advert and music video that you find interesting

Here are some media products to explore:

BBC iPlayer: Years and Years
Interesting Music Videos
BFI Film Academy

Interesting and fun things you can do to enhance your knowledge interest of media :

If you are unsure of anything or have any questions you can contact:
Media Next Steps Page
Oakes Media Lesson Page
Oakes Student Blogs

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